[visionlist] Postdoctoral Position in Adaptive Optics Imaging

[Porter, Jason]

Postdoctoral Position, High-Resolution Retinal Imaging

A postdoctoral position is available in Jason Porter's laboratory at the
University of Houston's College of Optometry (UHCO) to build and use a
high-resolution imaging system equipped with adaptive optics for conducting
experiments on retinal disease. The successful applicant will be involved in
designing, constructing, aligning and operating this instrument for imaging
the living retina. The successful applicant will work on projects that
explore the underlying mechanisms responsible for ganglion cell-,
photoreceptor-, and vascular-based retinal disease using in vivo high
resolution adaptive optics imaging along with other optical and functional
imaging techniques. This position will offer opportunities for advancing the
applicant's teaching skills, professional development and career growth.

 

The UHCO (http://www.opt.uh.edu <http://www.opt.uh.edu/> ) consists of an
internationally recognized group of vision researchers studying normal and
abnormal visual processes and disorders of the eye, visual pathways and
perception, psychophysical and ophthalmic optics, color vision, retinal
pathology, molecular and cellular biology, and the anatomy and physiology of
vision. This exciting research program is supported by core and training
grants from the National Eye Institute. The University of Houston and the
city of Houston offer an excellent blend of cultural and entertainment
activities, including acclaimed museums, concert halls, theaters,
restaurants, music venues, and professional and collegiate sports. In
addition, my laboratory is part of the National Science Foundation's Center
for Adaptive Optics, an organization comprised of astronomers, vision
scientists, engineers and educators who seek to advance adaptive optics
technology and imaging capabilities, and to improve the technological,
teaching and professional development skills of its members.

 

Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in optics, biomedical engineering,
or other related field. Strong quantitative skills are highly desirable, as
is experience with Matlab and optical design programs (such as ZEMAX or CODE
V). Experience with the design, construction and/or alignment of optical
systems will greatly enhance the application. To apply, please send a
Curriculum Vita, a statement of your research experience and interests, and
the names and contact information for three references to:

 

Jason Porter, Ph.D.  

University of Houston

College of Optometry

505 J. Davis Armistead Building

Houston, Texas 77204-2020

E-mail: jporter at optometry.uh.edu <mailto:jporter at optometry.uh.edu> 

Web site: http://www.opt.uh.edu/faculty/jporter/
<http://www.opt.uh.edu/faculty/jporter/> 

 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the
position is filled.

 

The University of Houston is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are
encouraged to apply.

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